Great suggestions...I've adopted a few of them. Thanks for the post. There's a lot to learn about this camera!

Hi Toby. Great tip about using the asterisk to toggle servo focus on! I thought I'd share with you how I use the new "nub" button: I have it set to allow AE exposure compensation and the reason is that this allows me to use AUTO ISO and still be able to tweak exposure even though both of the dials are unavailable. when in AUTO ISO, you press the nub in and while holding it, spin the index finger dial to bring exposure compensation up or down.

Excellent info .. Just changed a few of my settings and what a big difference .. especially the registering of the fp from horizontal to portrait position. The changing magnifying on the left to the SET button is a god send...Thanks heaps.

On my 5D-III I also used to make the SET-button perform magnify function. Additionally, I change image review settings to enable zoom-to-100%-at-used-focus-point when I hit magnify. This gives an immediate focus check with a single button press without needing to touch the back screen. You can tap magnify again to zoom out to see the full image.

@lizzneuteufel4767

5 жыл бұрын

thank YOU!!!!

Hi, great starter set up - thanks for taking the time to create and share!

Great video on setting up the buttons. Definitely book marking this video. Thanks for uploading it!

I hope to own this camera some day (currently use 50D) as I consider this my dream camera!

@peterb.7437

7 жыл бұрын

Michael Horgan me too. I can not wait to have it

Perfect. Exactly what I needed thanks!

Thanks for the helpful video! I'm struggling to set my 5D mark4 to silent mode, it doesn't appear as one of my Drive-AF options. I've set it in the passed but now have lost it, please could you help? thanks again Kath

good i have to learn more about this because it is the new function my previous canon 7D the old version has no such function

Amazing Tutorial - I just stole the lot. Well done!

Great vid! Thanks ;) Can you change the way the joystick operates so that its a) faster to move, and b) doesnt need to be flicked every time to move one point across - it would be nicer to just hold left and have it constantly move left until you unhold ... hope that makes sense!

Excellent video. I have always used the DOF button (with my 5D3....now my 5D4) to toggle from "One Shot Focus" to "One Shot Servo"...I find this very convenient, especially when the bride is walking up the aisle. I originally changed the DOF to another function because my finger would often hit this button by accident (while holding the lens) causing my flash to go off, which was annoying at a wedding reception..Now I get double benefit from reassigning the DOF button.... Philip

Great video man! I'll do some of your tips on mine. Though the portrait focus point for leaving too much head air... Not a problem really with 30mp heh

I did many of the same things you did, but I didn't set up back button focus. I also assigned that new little nub for my iso so now all I need to do is hold that in and spin that top dial to change it. I am coming from the 60 d so I am enjoying seeing videos on how some of these buttons work etc. I am really loving this camera. I don't usually do much video so am not concerned with that aspect of it. Plus our internet service is so bad that I could never upload a high quality video to say You Tube nor could I watch it.

Is there a way of using a button to select self timer function? I used to do this all the time on my Fuji and was super helpful but can’t seem to program this from the function buttons on this camera! Thanks for any help you can give

Nice tricks & thank you ... Very Handy !!!

Very helpful thankyou

Fantastic, thanks!

thank you for the settings. After selecting the focus registering using the bulb and focus button the specific focus point is focused always and blinking even after shot. Untill new focus is registered. How to get rid of this . I tried clearing the custom setting but was unsuccessful

Great video thanks very much

My son's a new 5D owner. This helps immensely! Thanks.

It'd be great if you could elaborate more in the registered focus point. I've set mine and try activating it with the little nub but it doesn't seem to light up. Not sure why. It's just a grey box. Even after hitting the nub button. Any suggestions? Thanks!

A much better way to configure the back buttons for one shot/ai servo is to custom control each for metering and AF start then press INFO for detail set and change the AF operation on one button to to 'one shot' and 'AI servo' on the other. No need to mash two buttons at once. You can also change the entire AI servo configuration at the touch of the DOF preview button while using AI servo. Custom controls - DOF preview button - switch to registered AF function - Info for detail set and program your scenario. You can even choose a different AF area selection. Very convenient for wildlife.

Have you decided to retire the a7r 2 for the 5d? Or are you using both to sort of cover any weaknesses one camera body may have?

Great advice!

Are you planning on keeping the 5d4

Great video -thanks

Thank you!

Best lighting and colour settings

I prefer to use * for AF start, a modified back button focus setup. It feels more natural for my thumb to press that button than to move further left and press AF-ON. The habit started when I was using an EOS 1D Mark III, and then it carried over to my 5D Mark II and now 5D Mark IV. At this point I've disabled the AF-ON button entirely because I don't use it and don't want it activating a change mid use.

I'm trying to set up my af on my new 5d iv. No matter what I do I am not able to control af points with the screen. Anytime I push either of the af select buttons, the screen stays black. I've seen numerous videos with a menu for manually selecting af modes and points but it is not accessible with mine. Ideas?

Hi, I would like to know how to set M-Fn to custom shooting mode such c1, c2 and c3. Thank you

Hi I am having a challenge with the registered focus point custom numb button- the square flashes in the spot I want (for portrait vertical)once but the main focus is still in the middle- the middle over rides it. when I zoom to check focus it goes to center focus not far right for vertical Do you have to hold the numb down while taking photo? I tried it several ways-- no luck.

thanks

Nice to see others making use of the HP function! I have 2 setups I use depending on the situation. For both I make sure the selected and registered focus points change/save with the camera orientation, I set AF-On to upper left third, and the * to use the registered focus point set to the upper right third area. After saving both landscape and portrait orientation, I can quickly focus near the L or R rule of thirds areas by just pressing either button. I usually have my depth of field preview button set to the Continuous - One Shot setting as well, which lets me change any of those points temporarily to continuous while holding it down as you have. Since the registered HP remembers the type of focus point as well, I also have used a setup that can quickly choose single point or full continuous tracking mode. This works well for fashion/runway events, as I can track the subject down the runway, and then use specific point focus at the end to zero in on the eye or specific outfit element.

@mogd9774

5 жыл бұрын

I did not understand what the hp does?

awesome tutorial

@photorectoby

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John - Glad you found it helpful!

Hi ! I already have a 7d mark ii and i'm about to buy a FF camera (essentially for wedding photography). Do you think the mark iv worth the extra money over the mark iii ? I dont care about the video fearures of the camera... thanks for your videos and your advice !

@uptownphotography

7 жыл бұрын

I can let you know in about a week. I own a 5D3 and will be using my new 5D4 this Friday at a wedding and I also have a wedding the following week on Saturday... Philip

@TheAxeman33

7 жыл бұрын

~ The 5D Mk3 is great for weddings .. My 5D Mk4 is arriving in three hours time by courier .. :-)

Question, in regard to the AV/TV button. I have mine set up just like yours but TV doesn't work when I try to use the top roll button. I have the camera on M. Why won't it work?

I use "*" for ae-hold. Love that fairly new option.

@photorectoby

7 жыл бұрын

I never use that. I do know others do. Can you share a little more how it works for you - to set exposure before you recompose?

@tracybarr7308

7 жыл бұрын

PhotoRec TV I like it because once you push "*" it will stay at that exposure and you can take several pictures at the same exposure until you push "*" again and it turns AEL hold off. Usually it stays on for a few seconds. You shoot one picture and have to wait until it turns off. If I were taking a picture and my subject was in the shadows with the background bright. I can set AEL hold, set my exposure, and shoot away. It works great combined with spot or partial metering modes. Also when exposing for the sky or for the grass.

I am confused. Why do both back buttons need to be pressed to switch to al servo. When I hit the * only I see it says al servo.

usefull

Hi folks, im aware this is an old vid and post but im hoping to get some assistance. Is it possible to assign a custom back button that jumps between single shot and high speed continuous? Thanks.

I tried this with using the * for going from from one shot to Ai servo, but it seems you have to hold it in for it to be in Servo? That's kinda hard when you have to press the Af-On to focus and have another finger on the shutter. Is it a way to make it stay that way when you change between the two?

@AstroPinoy

6 жыл бұрын

Tommy, you have to turn on the half button shutter AF on function so when you press the "*" you dont need the back focus AF , just use the half press shutter for AF on.

@odendahlc

6 жыл бұрын

Tommy Ramone Aanonli-Larsen I found that if you use the depth of field button, to switch from one shot to servo it works great. it is easy to push this button , back button and the shutter release.

@bogdanpopescu8406

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can - when you set the button in the menu (custom controls), you have to press INFO and you are two options : when is held, when is pressed.

Some nice tips there, like always. Not trying to spam. Might be helpful to someone. I am doing series of tutorial on Canon 80D. Some are general tutorials applicable to all cameras as well.

I have a question. I own a EOS 5D Mark III. Recently, I took a series of pics in high RAW res (25MP). But By the next session the next week, the camera was taking pictures in low RAW (12MP). Unconsciously, I am pretty sure I accidentally change the resolution, pressing some buttons (maybe a shortcut button I dont know about), but its driving me crazy because I dont know how it could have happened. Does said "shortcut" exists? Help me Obi Wan Kenobi.

@bogdanpopescu8406

3 жыл бұрын

You maybe set accidentaly a custom mode (C1, C2...) with a low RAW resolution setting, check it.

Especially after changing magnify to the set button as you suggest, it's painful to see that mostly useless row of buttons on the left edge, in space that easily could have been sacrificed to hinge a flippy touchy.

Just rented a 5d mk iv and for some reason I can't get set+dial to control ISO.. I've also tried to use the new little button+dial and it still will not change ISO.. all of my other custom functions work but not for ISO 🤔🤔 works just fine on my 5d MK III. I'm hoping it's just this rented camera..

@patriciasantiago2341

6 жыл бұрын

c0pyimitati0n On the 5DM4 once you assign the new little button to ISO, you have to press down on the little button and then turn your dial wheel.

@c0pyimitati0n

6 жыл бұрын

Patricia Santiago I should be able to hold set and turn the dial to change iso, just like on my 5d3. But it is will not work.

My shutter button is set to ae lock.. So i can lock exposure n re compose

what buttons can i use as the "magnify" button, the original one is no at a convenient spot

@photorectoby

6 жыл бұрын

I use the SET button personally.

@wazzupbeckham

6 жыл бұрын

PhotoRec TV where in the settings do I remap that?

Hi guy, I can't find Spirit level of 5d iv?

@libraryvoice8699

3 жыл бұрын

Can you put spirit level in video live screen?

Hi there , When i attached external mic to 5d iv , the audio level disappears and does not record the audio , when i remove the external mic camera audio is detected again . Please help

@photorectoby

7 жыл бұрын

it sounds like your mic is not working. Are you sure the mic doesn't need power or batteries?

@subirthapa8542

7 жыл бұрын

it doesn't need any power , the mic works well with other audio recording via smartphone .

@szyszka82

6 жыл бұрын

You have to push it quite hard into the camera, it must klick quite loudly, i ran into the same problem and thought my cam had a malfunction. Try it.

If you take AF off the shutter button then you can't use live view touch to focus...

To unregister. Hit the AF point selection button, & instead of hitting the lightbulb, tap the ISO button. That should unregister the selected point.

How do i delete a registered focus point, not change, delete!?!

@abdonortega5888

5 жыл бұрын

I need help with this too! Can anyone help out?

Can anyone tell me how to DELETE a registered focus point 5d mark iv? I set it up after watching video and I now want to delete it. Thanks!!

@lokes2

6 жыл бұрын

I just had the same problem. So I set it to center and re-registered it. ;-)

@abdonortega5888

5 жыл бұрын

Same! Did you figure it out?

Sir can you tell me should I pick T6s or 70D?

@StephanEilert

7 жыл бұрын

that question is too broad. You NEED to tell what you have, whats your budget, what you shoot, AT LEAST

@edwaggonersr.7446

7 жыл бұрын

Spend a month watching videos about photography and cameras; then you will know.

@parv13

7 жыл бұрын

I am a semi pro photographer with a budget of $1000. I am looking for a long term investment in camera body which should last me atleast 2-3 years. PLEASE help me!🙏

@parv13

7 жыл бұрын

I currently have a Nikon P530 superzoom point and shoot. I use manual settings always and I want to become a professional photographer in future. So I need a DSLR camera to learn. I am looking for good ISO performance, overall image quality and durability. Kindly let me know your thoughts.😃

@edwaggonersr.7446

7 жыл бұрын

Parv Jain T6s

Whow wait... I thought the * button was all that is needed to start auto servo. Are you saying you have to hold down both buttons?? (both as in AF and *) kzread.info/dash/bejne/e4ST2ciGlaavebw.html 54:10

Better to set the set button to direct ISO control

@photorectoby

6 жыл бұрын

I disagree. With the dedicated ISO button up top, I like the zoom/magnify. But if ISO control works for you - awesome.

@sommervillephotography462

6 жыл бұрын

but you have a dedicated zoom button on the left,with your eye to viewfinder its easy to change iso without taking your eye away ,its so fast.But great video toby,found your channel and love it :)

It's a cool feature but I don't like how the button needs to be held down to use AI Servo mode. Would of been better if they made a one push toggle button where you don't need to have the button held down.

@Crommmmm2

7 жыл бұрын

Press info button when you have that option set. You can change behaviour to toggle.

@RogdyEspinoza

7 жыл бұрын

I configured it a bit different. Mine changes to AI Servo, but also focus at the same time. Basically, I have two different focus buttons. The AF-ON for focusing in One Shot mode, and the * for focusing in AI Servo mode. One is right next to the other, I find it very convenient.

You forgot to custom the ISO which makes it a one step process.

Can't you just hold the af-on button down to get Al Servo? Also, just one push is one shot? Why would you have to add the "*" button at all?

@tonyahurter2787

7 жыл бұрын

The af-on button isn't set to Al Servo, it's set to back button focusing. AI Servo would have to be changed through the drive button. He's suggesting that the star button can be used as a quick AI Servo fix so you don't have to change the drive for the whole session but use it only when you need it.

@tracybarr7308

7 жыл бұрын

BBF is can be always in AI Servo. When you hit the af-on button once and take finger off it is single shot. When you hold the af-on button down it is in AI Servo mode.

@petrub27

7 жыл бұрын

the way he set the * button make sense for the default focus/shutter button

@DazLane123

6 жыл бұрын

If you leave it in Al Servo it will eat your batteries constantly focusing select one shot is better then press to enable Al Servo

Just an FYI - if you do some of these changes, it will cause you MASSIVE issues that will NOT make your camera work correctly in Aperture Priority Mode. Your Mark IV will change aperture instead of shutter speed only if you change those settings. Took me years to figure this one out. OMG what a hassle!

why BBF when u have a joystick to move around 61 focus points? BBF for servo and sport/wildlife not for stills

Would appreciate if you go a bit slower allowing people to follow better. Thx.

you need to take the fixed audio out of your title... it is miss leadiing

Going to fast but thanks anyway. I'll look elsewhere

I like the video but you move too fast...

@laranitasantana

4 жыл бұрын

Too fast and unclear voice

Noisy music and low voice. No like